I was in jail 6 extra days after my bail was paid because the sheriff office went on vacation am I entitled to any compensation

Unfortunately, you are not. The legal standard is too high to bring suit. Better to focus on moving forward with your life. Good luck.

It means the case is going in front of a judge. You are "waiving" your constitutional right to a jury. Speak with your lawyer about this...

What type of attorney should I hire?

You should have fought the underlying case. More specifically, you should have been represented by counsel. Now you are seeing the implication of...

Is it possible that your probation officer can not see a warrant out for your arrest in the system

Yes. Probation officers are often unresponsive and lack diligence. It's entirely possible the PO missed it. Speak with a Philadelphia Criminal...

Did I commit a crime?

Criminal acts require a wrongful intent. There is no wrongful intent in the hypothetical you provided. However, if you fled the scene of an...

Breaking a apartment rental lease

Yes. A lawyer may be able to negotiate an early termination of the lease. Call for a free consultation.

Can I terminate my lease?

Yes. The above issues may render the property uninhabitable. You should prove the landlord with notice of these issues. If he does not address...

My husband is locked up for robbery theft and conspiracy

The DA is going to charge your husband like he a perpetrator in the crime. He is going to face months of court hearings before he has his trial. ...

How do I get out of my lease? I want to end it without having to find someone to replace me

You may have some options. The landlord cannot legally collect rent without a Housing License or Certificate of Rental Suitability. The lease may...

Can a probation officer overide the judges orders?

No. If your PO is out of line speak with an attorney. The judge has the final say.